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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Académico - Prueba 3 - Escucha - Parte 3

Aquí puedes encontrar el vocabulario del Test 3 - Audición - Parte 3 en el libro de curso Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic, para ayudarte a preparar tu examen IELTS.

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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Academic
smart
[Adjetivo]

(of people or clothes) looking neat, tidy, and elegantly fashionable

elegante

elegante

Ex: The smart outfit she chose for the interview made a great first impression on her potential employer .El atuendo **elegante** que eligió para la entrevista dejó una gran primera impresión en su posible empleador.
flexible
[Adjetivo]

capable of adjusting easily to different situations, circumstances, or needs

adaptable

adaptable

Ex: His flexible attitude made it easy for friends to rely on him in tough times .Su actitud **flexible** hizo que fuera fácil para los amigos confiar en él en momentos difíciles.
obstacle
[Sustantivo]

a physical object that blocks movement or progress

obstáculo

obstáculo

to ensure
[Verbo]

to make sure that something will happen

asegurar

asegurar

Ex: The captain ensured the safety of the passengers during the storm .El capitán **aseguró** la seguridad de los pasajeros durante la tormenta.
to set up
[Verbo]

to prepare things in anticipation of a specific purpose or event

instalar, preparar

instalar, preparar

Ex: She set the table up with elegant dinnerware for the special occasion.Ella **preparó** la mesa con vajilla elegante para la ocasión especial.
tough
[Adjetivo]

difficult to achieve or deal with

duro, difícil

duro, difícil

Ex: Balancing work and family responsibilities can be tough for working parents .Equilibrar las responsabilidades laborales y familiares puede ser **difícil** para los padres que trabajan.
work placement
[Sustantivo]

a short period of time when a person works for a company to gain experience and learn about a job, usually as part of their education or training

prácticas, colocación laboral

prácticas, colocación laboral

Ex: The company offered several work placements to engineering students .La empresa ofreció varias **prácticas laborales** a los estudiantes de ingeniería.
fresh air
[Sustantivo]

a refreshing change that brings new energy, ideas, or improvement to a situation

un soplo de aire fresco, un aire de renovación

un soplo de aire fresco, un aire de renovación

Ex: The startup 's approach was fresh air in a market full of copycats .El enfoque de la startup fue un **aire fresco** en un mercado lleno de imitadores.

to make the necessary arrangements for an event or activity to take place

organizar

organizar

Ex: The committee is organizing the agenda for the upcoming summit .El comité está **organizando** la agenda para la próxima cumbre.
appeal
[Sustantivo]

the attraction and allure that makes one interesting

atractivo

atractivo

Ex: The scenic beauty of the beach enhances its appeal.La belleza escénica de la playa realza su **atractivo**.
responsibility
[Sustantivo]

the obligation to perform a particular duty or task that is assigned to one

responsabilidad, obligación

responsabilidad, obligación

Ex: Parents have the responsibility of providing a safe and nurturing environment for their children .Los padres tienen la **responsabilidad** de proporcionar un entorno seguro y enriquecedor para sus hijos.
grounds
[Sustantivo]

a tract of land cleared for some special purposes (recreation or burial etc.)

terreno, área

terreno, área

boundary
[Sustantivo]

a dividing line, marker, or limit that separates one geographic area, property, or physical space from another

límite, frontera

límite, frontera

Ex: Border guards patrolled the international boundary along the river .Los guardias fronterizos patrullaban la **frontera** internacional a lo largo del río.
kit
[Sustantivo]

a set of items or tools needed for a particular purpose or activity

kit, juego

kit, juego

to inspect
[Verbo]

to carefully examine something to check its condition or make sure it meets standards

inspeccionar

inspeccionar

Ex: The supervisor inspects the machinery to detect any signs of wear or malfunction .El supervisor **inspecciona** la maquinaria para detectar cualquier signo de desgaste o mal funcionamiento.
changing room
[Sustantivo]

a room that people use in stores, gyms, schools, etc. to change or try on clothes

probador, vestuario

probador, vestuario

Ex: After the workout , she headed to the changing room to freshen up and change back into her regular clothes .Después del entrenamiento, se dirigió al **vestuario** para refrescarse y cambiarse de vuelta a su ropa normal.

to lose balance and almost fall by accidentally colliding with an object while walking or running

tropezar, dar un traspié

tropezar, dar un traspié

Ex: The runner almost tripped over the fallen branch on the trail .El corredor casi **se tropieza** con la rama caída en el sendero.
priority
[Sustantivo]

something that is given or regarded as more important than others

prioridad

prioridad

to rely on
[Verbo]

to depend on someone or something for support and assistance

contar con, depender de

contar con, depender de

Ex: As a hiker , you need to rely on proper gear for safety in the wilderness .Como excursionista, necesitas **depender de** el equipo adecuado para la seguridad en la naturaleza.

to take part or get involved in something when it is not necessary or without invitation, in a way that is annoying to others

interferir

interferir

Ex: The coach reminded the spectators not to interfere with the game by entering the field.El entrenador recordó a los espectadores que no **interfirieran** en el juego entrando al campo.
snap
[Sustantivo]

a casual photograph, often taken quickly without special preparation

foto instantánea, instantánea

foto instantánea, instantánea

scheduling
[Sustantivo]

setting an order and time for planned events

planificación, programación

planificación, programación

timetable
[Sustantivo]

a detailed plan of events and activities with the times and dates mentioned

horario, cronograma

horario, cronograma

for instance
[Adverbio]

used to introduce an example of something mentioned

por ejemplo, a modo de ejemplo

por ejemplo, a modo de ejemplo

Ex: There are many exotic fruits available in tropical regions , for instance, mangoes and papayas .Hay muchas frutas exóticas disponibles en las regiones tropicales, **por ejemplo**, los mangos y las papayas.
delay
[Sustantivo]

the act of postponing or putting off something that was scheduled or expected to happen at a particular time

retraso, demora

retraso, demora

Ex: The heavy rain caused a delay in the construction work , pushing the deadline further .La fuerte lluvia causó un **retraso** en el trabajo de construcción, retrasando aún más la fecha límite.
draw
[Sustantivo]

when neither player is able to win the game, typically because there are no more legal moves available or because both players agree to a draw

empate

empate

to be someone's responsibility or decision

Ex: It’s up to me to make sure the project is completed on time.
to develop
[Verbo]

to gain or obtain something gradually, typically through growth, experience, or learning

adquirir, desarrollar

adquirir, desarrollar

Ex: The athlete developed exceptional physical strength and endurance through rigorous training and conditioning .El atleta **desarrolló** una fuerza física y una resistencia excepcionales a través de un entrenamiento y acondicionamiento rigurosos.
venue
[Sustantivo]

a location where an event or action takes place, such as a meeting or performance

lugar, sitio

lugar, sitio

Ex: They chose a historic venue for their anniversary celebration .Ellos eligieron un **lugar** histórico para su celebración de aniversario.

to make a person do something through reasoning or other methods

convencer

convencer

Ex: He was easily persuaded by the idea of a weekend getaway .Fue fácilmente **persuadido** por la idea de una escapada de fin de semana.
sponsor
[Sustantivo]

a person or organization that provides financial or other support for a project, activity, or person, often in exchange for advertising or public recognition

patrocinador, auspiciador

patrocinador, auspiciador

to wear formal clothes for a special occasion or event

ponerse elegante, vestirse de etiqueta

ponerse elegante, vestirse de etiqueta

Ex: Attending the wedding , guests were expected to dress up in semi-formal attire .Al asistir a la boda, se esperaba que los invitados **se vistieran** con atuendo semi-formal.
organizational
[Adjetivo]

relating to the structure, management, or activities of an organization or group

organizacional, organizativo

organizacional, organizativo

Ex: Effective organizational strategies streamline processes and improve productivity .Las estrategias **organizativas** efectivas optimizan los procesos y mejoran la productividad.
based
[Adjetivo]

indicating the main part, material, or feature of something

a base de, basado en

a base de, basado en

Ex: The exhibit includes several plant-based materials.La exhibición incluye varios materiales **a base de** plantas.
matter
[Sustantivo]

a situation or subject that needs to be dealt with or considered

problema

problema

Ex: The matter of budget allocation was discussed during the meeting .El **asunto** de la asignación del presupuesto se discutió durante la reunión.

in a way that is instant and has no delay

Ex: The emergency response team is providing medical aid on the spot to the injured victims.

to predict or sense something in advance and act to prepare for it

anticipar, prever

anticipar, prever

Ex: They anticipated possible delays and booked an earlier flight .Ellos **anticiparon** posibles retrasos y reservaron un vuelo más temprano.
to work on
[Verbo]

to focus one's effort, time, or attention on something in order to achieve a particular goal

trabajar en

trabajar en

Ex: She is working on improving her language skills by practicing every day.Ella **trabaja en** mejorar sus habilidades lingüísticas practicando todos los días.
deadline
[Sustantivo]

the latest time or date by which something must be completed or submitted

fecha límite, plazo

fecha límite, plazo

Ex: They extended the deadline by a week due to unforeseen delays .Extendieron el **plazo** una semana debido a retrasos imprevistos.
to suit
[Verbo]

to be a good or acceptable match for someone or something's preferences, needs, or circumstances

adecuarse, convenir

adecuarse, convenir

Ex: This job offer suits my career aspirations and offers room for growth .Esta oferta de trabajo **se ajusta** a mis aspiraciones profesionales y ofrece espacio para crecer.
to respond
[Verbo]

to show improvement or favorable reactions in response to a specific action or intervention

responder, reaccionar

responder, reaccionar

Ex: The baby responded to the soothing lullaby , falling asleep peacefully .El bebé **respondió** a la canción de cuna relajante, quedándose dormido tranquilamente.

to draw near or come close in terms of time or arrival

acercarse, aproximarse

acercarse, aproximarse

Ex: With the conference approaching, participants are finalizing their presentations and travel arrangements .Con la conferencia **acercándose**, los participantes están finalizando sus presentaciones y arreglos de viaje.
multitasking
[Sustantivo]

(of people) the ability to perform more than one task simultaneously

multifunción, realización de diferentes tareas

multifunción, realización de diferentes tareas

Ex: He found that multitasking while studying made it harder to retain information.Descubrió que el **multitarea** mientras estudiaba hacía más difícil retener información.

the overall view or perspective of a situation, rather than focusing on small details

Ex: The CEO's vision for the company extended beyond short-term profits; she always emphasized the big picture of creating a positive societal impact.
fine
[Adjetivo]

showing careful detail or delicate quality

fino, sutil

fino, sutil

Ex: The teacher 's fine analysis of the text helped students grasp its deeper meanings .El análisis **minucioso** del texto por parte del profesor ayudó a los estudiantes a comprender sus significados más profundos.
to fill
[Verbo]

to meet or satisfy a desire, requirement, or need

llenar, satisfacer

llenar, satisfacer

Ex: Exercise and physical activity can fill the need for stress relief and relaxation.El ejercicio y la actividad física pueden **satisfacer** la necesidad de alivio del estrés y relajación.
ultimate
[Adjetivo]

occurring at the end of a process

final

final

Ex: The ultimate decision rests in the hands of the company 's board of directors .La decisión **última** recae en manos de la junta directiva de la empresa.
refreshment
[Sustantivo]

a light snack or drink that is taken to restore energy or refresh oneself

refrigerio, tentempié

refrigerio, tentempié

democratic
[Adjetivo]

related to or characteristic of a system of government where power comes from the people through free elections and respects individual rights

democrático

democrático

Ex: The democratic system fosters civic engagement and encourages active participation in public affairs .El sistema **democrático** fomenta el compromiso cívico y alienta la participación activa en los asuntos públicos.
to work
[Verbo]

to have the result that is desired

funcionar

funcionar

Ex: The therapy sessions are n't working for me .Las sesiones de terapia no **funcionan** para mí.
networking
[Sustantivo]

the act of building and maintaining relationships with people, often for professional or business purposes

networking, creación de redes

networking, creación de redes

Ex: Social media platforms are great tools for professional networking.Las plataformas de redes sociales son excelentes herramientas para el **networking** profesional.
side
[Sustantivo]

an aspect of something (as contrasted with some other implied aspect)

lado, aspecto

lado, aspecto

to carefully consider or make plans for what might happen in the future

planificar con anticipación, prever

planificar con anticipación, prever

Ex: Parents often encourage their children to think ahead when setting academic and personal goals .Los padres a menudo animan a sus hijos a **pensar en el futuro** al establecer metas académicas y personales.
ambition
[Sustantivo]

something that is greatly desired

ambición

ambición

Ex: My ambition is to one day climb Mount Everest .Mi **ambición** es algún día escalar el Monte Everest.

to remember or consider a particular piece of information or advice

Ex: Before signing the contract, keep in mind the terms and conditions to avoid any future misunderstandings.
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